Netanyahu says phase one of Gaza truce ‘almost’ complete, alongside Germany’s Merz
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the first phase of the Gaza truce is "almost" complete during a joint press conference with visiting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Netanyahu also mentioned plans to discuss the more challenging second phase of the truce with U.S. President Donald Trump later in the month. Additionally, he rejected the notion of Palestinian Authority statehood and declared he would not leave politics in exchange for a pardon. The statements were made during Chancellor Scholz’s visit to Israel.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the first phase of the Gaza truce is "almost" complete during a joint press conference with visiting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Netanyahu also mentioned plans to discuss the more challenging second phase of the truce with U.S. President Donald Trump later in the month. Additionally, he rejected the notion of Palestinian Authority statehood and declared he would not leave politics in exchange for a pardon. The statements were made during Chancellor Scholz’s visit to Israel.
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In joint presser with visiting chancellor, PM says he'll discuss 'more difficult' second phase with Trump this month, rejects PA statehood, says he won't quit politics for a pardon The post Netanyahu says phase one of Gaza truce ‘almost’ complete, alongside Germany’s Merz appeared first on The Times of Israel. ...
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Posted on 12-07-2025 10:47